What is istikhara? · Islam Museum

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Short answer

Istikhara is two rak'as and a supplication by which a Muslim asks God for what is best in a matter about which he is undecided. The Prophet taught it to his companions as he taught them a surah.

Detailed answer

Istikhara is a sound sunna, and its supplication is in Sahih al-Bukhari from Jabir ¹. The entry on istikhara sets out its form and timing.

Sources

Sahih al-Bukhari

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